We’ve been dishing out trophies to some of our runners who have impressed the most at this year’s annual awards do.

As part of our Annual General Meeting, we asked you to nominate fellow runners for awards. We then asked you to vote for the winners.

It was a tough choice, but we got to celebrate with some very worthy winners!

See who won

All the PBs

This runner will have stacked up an impressive number of Personal Best’s throughout the year. A Personal Best relates to a comparison of an individual’s personal running times

Winner - Alex Buckley

Also nominated: James Braban, Jonny O'Donnell

Best Newcomer Award

Recognises those runners who are new (within the last 12 months) to running and Chorlton Runners. They will have shown outstanding potential or progress, dedication and sportsmanship.

Winner - Mo Sayed

Comeback Runner

The Comeback Runner award recognises a runner for achievements made following a period off from running. They will have demonstrated resilience and determination in overcoming a barrier which has prohibited them from running.

Winner - Sally Grimwood

Also nominated: Yvonne Barry, Sarah King

Feet of Endurance

This award honours a runner that has shown exceptional achievement through the completion of half-marathons, marathons, or ultra-events.

Winner - David Honeywell

Also nominated: Thomas Clowes, Catherine Elliott, Gemma Larkin

Most Improved Runner

The Most Improved Runner award honours a runner for sustained personal improvement in their running over the past year.

Winner - Emma Banister

Also nominated: James Braban, Jonny O'Donnell

Volunteer Award

The purpose of this award is to recognise that member who has exemplified the volunteer spirit throughout the year. Volunteer opportunities include, but are not limited to: run leading, run organising, meet-and-greets for new members, cake baker, facilitating teas and coffees, distributing equipment, social media support, committee/ sub-committee work, special events, race support, marshalling on behalf of the club.

Winner - Nicky Dobra

Also nominated: Frankie Bale, Clare Braithwaite, Val Brennan, the Xtra Mile team.

Chorlton Spirit Award: Ben Ashworth Memorial

This special award recognises individuals who have reflected Ben’s values in overcoming adversity, personal challenges and/or inspiring others and was chosen by the Committee.

Winner - Ian Sharpe